Chapter 797

Jessamine felt a wave of sadness, and tears welled up in her eyes. She was like a child who had been wronged and finally saw her parents.

Now, Jessamine couldn't deny that Xander was her pillar, providing a sense of security that no one else could replace.

Different from the feelings brought by Thaddeus, this familial reliance made Jessamine feel grounded and at ease. She'd have unconditional support and trust, no matter what happened.

Xander's brow twitched. He reached over to help Jessamine adjust her bangs.

"You're safe. Don't worry," Xander reassured Jessamine.

Jessamine knew she was safe; nowhere else made her feel safer than being with Xander.

Men might leave her or betray her, but her family would do none of that.

Jessamine shifted in bed and sat up against the headboard.

"Xander, I was supposed to go home after work. In the parking lot, I ran into Noah. He's a lunatic —"

Xander cut Jessamine off, not wanting to hear the rest. His beloved cousin had almost been violate